Jellied Tongue
Jellied Tongue is a savory aspic dish featuring tender, sliced beef or pork tongue set in a clear, seasoned gelatin broth. It's a traditional cold appetizer or snack popular in Central and Eastern European cuisines, often served with vinegar, mustard, or horseradish. The dish transforms a humble cut of meat into an elegant, sliceable preparation.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with virtually no carbohydrates. It's a good source of iron, zinc, and B vitamins, particularly B12, from the tongue. A typical serving contains roughly 200-300 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 4.5 µg |
| Iron | 2.8 mg |
| Zinc | 3.5 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 4.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Selenium | 15 µg |
| Choline | 95 mg |
| Potassium | 220 mg |
Per 1 slice (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, jellied tongue is a classic example of 'nose-to-tail' eating, making excellent use of a flavorful but tougher cut. Nutritionally, the natural gelatin from simmering the tongue can be beneficial for gut and joint health.
